Yes, the teacher should be help liable for something. A teacher spends roughly 35 hours a week with their students, these teachers need to be on the look out for anything that is harming the student. As a teacher it is your right ethically, legally and morally to report anything you feel could be harming a child. This teacher ould also be liable for some kind of child abuse charges legally for not saying something to stop the behavior.

The teacher should certainly be held liable. She knew something was suspicious about the injuries but did not report it based on her personal feelings. When it comes to a child's life, our personal feelings are put aside and we do what is right to protect the child. It is better to be safe than sorry. Thankfully, the child is still alive. Teachers are legally mandated reporters for child abuse and neglect and we are required to report to slightest hint of any type of abuse. Legally, the teacher did not protect the child. Reporting the small injuries could have prevented the life-altering injury the child now has to endure.

We are obligated to report any suspicions of abuse. This teacher failed her student and therefore should be held liable for the injury. Thinking about it for two weeks is unacceptable!

Yes, the teacher should be held liable for not immediately reporting her suspicions, as mandatory reporting laws require educators to act promptly when they suspect child abuse. Teachers are legally and ethically obligated to prioritize the safety and well-being of their students. In this case, the delay in reporting may have directly contributed to the child suffering further harm. The courts should examine the following legal principles when assessing this situation: Mandatory Reporting Laws: Most jurisdictions require teachers to report suspected abuse to child protective services or appropriate authorities immediately. Duty of Care: As an educator, the teacher has a duty to protect her students from foreseeable harm, which includes reporting suspected abuse. Negligence: The teacher’s failure to act promptly could be viewed as a breach of her professional responsibilities, leading to negligence in protecting the child. Good Faith Protection: Mandatory reporting laws typically protect reporters acting in good faith, which removes the fear of consequences for reporting even if the suspicion is later unsubstantiated. This case underscores the importance of proper training and awareness among educators about their legal and ethical responsibilities. Reporting abuse promptly can save lives and prevent further harm

Yes, it is the teachers responsibility to report any abuse that has been discovered.